Radiant Raffia

20 Inspiring Crochet Projects Made With Natural Yarn

Olga Panagopoulou

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Herbert Press Ltd
02 July 2024

Knitting & crochet; Spinning & weaving; Rural crafts

Learn how to crochet 20 beautiful objects in raffia from bags, hats and belts to cushions, vases and table decorations.

Get your hooks ready for a crochet book which brings the warmth of summer all year round. Patterns, charts and stunning photography are intertwined to create an inspiring atmosphere where the land, sea, textures and colours of the Greek islands work in harmony with the materials and techniques.

Through step-by-step instructions discover 20 beautiful projects which show you how you can make stylish items which are 100% plant-based and eco-friendly.

Mindful and relaxing, enjoy crocheting with raffia to create lovely gifts for friends and family or fashionable summer-inspired pieces to keep for yourself. Radiant Raffia is the essential modern guide to this must-have accessory.

By: Olga Panagopoulou
Imprint: Herbert Press Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 189mm,
ISBN: 9781789941982
ISBN 10: 1789941989
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 02 July 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

OLGA PANAGOPOULOU was born in Athens where she lived practising law for many years until she turned to full-time crocheting and moved to live closer to nature. Olga is inspired by the colours, textures, materials and seasonal changes of her surroundings which she translates into patterns. She now lives in Syros, a dreamy island in the Cyclades, with her family. She can be found on Instagram @plextopattern.

Reviews for Radiant Raffia: 20 Inspiring Crochet Projects Made With Natural Yarn

Panagopoulou debuts with an elegant guide to creating accessories and homeware from raffia (...) Patterns are both written out and charted for maximum ease of use, and the idyllic photos modeling the items on the beaches of Syros, the Greek island where Panagopoulou lives, enchant. Intermediate and experienced crocheters eager to branch out from yarn will want to give this a spin. * Publishers Weekly * A must-have for budding crafters who are longing for summer projects on their hooks and wish to tackle a new fibre... The step-by-step instructions and summer-inspired imagery make crafting a breeze, encouraging you to take on a new challenge and develop your skills. * Simply Crochet * All levels of crocheters will find Olga's book truly inspirational... Radiant Raffia is an essential guide to fashionable summer-inspired pieces. * Machine Knitting Monthly * The perfect crochet companion for a year of sustainable stitching. * Crochet Now *